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Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
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Sky Terrace Signature Suite | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Beach shuttle, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

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Herdade Vale dos Polvos, Aljezur, Faro, 8400-450
  • Place, Canal Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Pintor Jose Cercas Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Aljezur Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portimao (PRM)
    ‪41 min drive‬
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Nature Park Premium Room with Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Nature Park Premium Room with Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean View Suite with Garden Terrace

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite w/ Garden and Plunge Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Suite w/ Garden and Plunge Pool

  • 1044 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

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Sky Terrace Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sky Terrace Premium Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Sky Terrace Signature Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sky Terrace Signature Suite

  • 1044 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Ocean View Premium Room with Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean View Premium Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Nature Park Suite with Garden Terrace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Nature Park Suite with Garden Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Aljezur

Located in Valinhos, Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Aljezur Castle. This 56-room, 5-star resort has 2 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.
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What's nearby

  • Canal Beach - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Pintor Jose Cercas Museum - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Vale Figueiras Beach - 13 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Aljezur Castle - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Monte Clerigo Beach - 18 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lagos Station - 27 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CAL Arrifana - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arte Bianca - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café da Ponte - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafetaria Da Maria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café da Bordeira - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Luxury resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Guests of Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and an indoor pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a beach shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury resort include a children's pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies, sitting areas, and minibars are other standard amenities.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Esteva Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 35 for adults and EUR 17.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Stereo
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Children under 17 years old are allowed in the spa from 10 AM to noon and must be accompanied by an adult. Access to the spa facility is available by reservation only. Guests are required to reserve a time slot at the front desk at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 35 for adults and EUR 17.5 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 10856

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Praia do Canal Nature Resort
Praia do Canal Nature Retreat
Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

This resort is situated in Valinhos, close to Arrifana Beach, Aljezur Castle, and Bordeira Beach. You'll also find Canal Beach and Penedo Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the resort. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

Esteva Spa is the resort's spa and services include body wraps, couples treatments, mani/pedis, and massages.

Does Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. include a casino at the property?

No, Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

Yes, this resort has an indoor pool along with 2 outdoor pools.

Is Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including 2 outdoor pools plus some guestrooms feature private pools and fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

No, but this resort does have a steam room.

Does Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. though service animals are welcome.

Does Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this resort.

What is the closest airport to Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

The closest major airport to Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. is Portimao (PRM), which is 22.9 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World.?

Yes, every guestroom at Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or park views.

Reviews

Praia do Canal Nature Retreat Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

K N

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Casey

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cece

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay from start to finish! A true architectural gem in a serene setting. Restaurant and bar offering was also incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Clotilde

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modern sleek hotel in a nature park with great walking and views of the Atlantic in the far distance. Very private and great place to relax. We did not use spa or gym. A few concerns: Road in is rough in places. Lots of small things needed work - doors not sliding closed properly, hot water not there, random alarms. Biggest disappointment was the so-called gourmet dining room with over-priced skimpy meals. Breakfast were excellent though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dilim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guest services was top notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed a week at the hotel. The staff were very friendly, and the room and other facilities and breakfast buffet were brilliant. What could improve a longer stay (like ours) is more food options for the evening (more casual dining options too), clearer roles for staff serving in the restaurant (some confusion there), and a heated outside spa pool. Other than that - really great!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly, responsive and kind. We cannot say enough about them. One of our crew dropped their passport in a small town on one of the days we were out and about - creating a very stressful experience. The people all around us during this event were so concerned and helped us to call local police departments to locate it. We were so grateful. While extremely elegant, the vibe is welcoming. The rooms are absolutely perfect. My suggestions are to improve and diversify the culinary offerings. The bar is elegant and drinks were great. Breakfast is perfection but dinner and lunch were underwhelming (nowhere near as good or bountiful as any food we experienced in Lisbon or Porto) and overpriced. Coffee in the rooms was not adequate for our American coffee addictions and no milk was provided. These were minor issues when compared against the rest. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was great! The only thing I’d wish for is that breakfast would start a bit earlier than 8am, but that’s not a biggie. My husband and I loved it there and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Stirling

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stunning location in a National Park for this interestingly designed hotel, rooms are comfortable and well furnished. All the negatives are about the staff, the front desk staff were excellent but housekeeping was terrible (less than 15 minutes to service a room in a 5 star hotel) with crumbs and drink rings left untouched, the outside retrace left dirty the list could just go on. The pool area is nice but again let down by the staff who hang around at the poolside restaurant, if you go and ask for a menu they give you one but you then have to go back to order as they stay inside, sunbeds are left untouched when guests leave and other guests have to remove towels etc and get new themselves. At breakfast it is difficult to get staffs attention and we food the hot food orders often arrived cold. There is clearly a staff issue at this hotel, poorly trained poorly led and unhappy, again with the exception of the front desk team all the staff looked glum, didn’t interact with guests and rarely smiled, this could easily be a 5 star hotel but until the staff problems are sorted it won’t be.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joao

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thai Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful resort set away in large grounds

This is a new hotel set in a calm, out of the way natural area in hundreds of hectares of land. It’s beautiful and the rooms are large and well appointed. There’s a stunning infinity pool with underwater seats and a far away view of the ocean. This could be a wonderful SPA hotel where to unwind, rest, hike etc. Indeed we were told there’s a plan to create a dedicated, adults only yoga/spa area, as the current one is pretty, but too small. The hotel will definitely benefit by having a children playground and or adult-only areas, to make it more serene for those who do not travel with children and seek to enjoy the natural, quiet beauty of the area. There’s the lost stunning coastline with up he, dramatic cliffs and rock formations about 20 mins drive away, not too be missed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is lovely. Rooms were amazing and the food was superb. The staff were so nice and sought to be helpful. However the service was lacking. She. They get that together it will be an incredible resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nathalie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully designed and elegant hotel. Very peaceful location which must be just as beautiful in the winter. Yoga was ok, not great. Other activity advertised (guided biking tour) was not available during my stay. Restaurant service was very disappointing (definitely not 5 star). Restaurant staff needs training.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, London

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hava

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart, Ghent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property located in a 220 hectare nature park on the beautiful Vincentine Coast of the Algarve. You have miles of hiking and mountainabike trails just steps from your room. The grounds are truly beautiful, staff is amazing and the food is very good, as are the recommendations for restaurants or activities in the area. They really aim to show you the best of local scenery and produce of the Algarve. Do keep in mind the hotel is very secluded, getting there or to any of the stunning beaches or restaurants in the area often involves a 15-25 minute drive on dirt roads full of potholes, so be prepared for an adventure! We loved our stay at Praia do Canal, where else could you find such an enormous garden in your backyard to play. A big thank you to Bruno, Melisa and the rest of the amazing staff for making us feel at home. We hope to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mitzi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023